Vauxhall Cavalier Hatchback 1988-
  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Very cheap nowadays. Good value for money.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Only servicing costs so far, which aren't expensive.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Good motorway mile muncher.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Not blistering by any means, but adequate.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Totally reliable so far.

    Image

    2 out of 5 2.0

    It's no Audi TT, is it?

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    I find it very comfortable.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Alarm & deadlocks, which are more than adequate.

    Service

    2 out of 5 2.0

    The one time I did go to my local main dealer, they were arrogant and not very helpful.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Sticky fuel filler cap. Blown dash bulbs. Sticking electric window.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes